Enfagrow vs WCM

dyg201

Anyone planning on giving Enfagrow instead of WCM? I got some checks in the mail for it. Never really thought about it/knew it existed. Thoughts?

diana.filipi

It exists because formula companies are always looking for ways to extend their market. 

Unless your baby is on the very small side or simply cannot tolerate solids yet I don't see the purpose of extended formula feeding. 

Real food provides the nutrients the toddler needs. WCM provides calcium.  They shouldn't even have more than 24oz a day of WCM (especially if the diet they are provided with is lacking).

acaudill75

Are you asking about extended FF after they turn one or before?

jstrat53

I got those checks in the mail too along with a free sample.  I was reading the label/directions and you can start giving that stuff at 9 months it says.  I think it is meant as a stepping stone between formula and WCM not as a replacement for WCM after they turn one.  

acaudill75

jstrat53:

I got those checks in the mail too along with a free sample.  I was reading the label/directions and you can start giving that stuff at 9 months it says.  I think it is meant as a stepping stone between formula and WCM not as a replacement for WCM after they turn one.  

This. Use the Enfagrow like formula from 9-12 months. Its cheaper, and probably doesn't have as much fat that a NB needs compared to an almost one yo. I'd also like to think that they tailor the Enfagrow to the nutrients a 9 m/o would need rather than a younger baby on Enfamil, but I wouldn't bet the farm on it.